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Hyphema
Hyphema is blood in the front chamber of the eye, usually caused by trauma to the eye.
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Symptoms
Bleeding within the front portion of the eye, between the cornea and the lens, in the anterior chamber; Eye pain; Visio...
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Causes
Hyphema is usually caused by trauma to the eye, which may be a blunt or perforating injury. Severe inflammation of the ...
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Tests
Eye examination; Intraocular pressure measurement (tonometry; Ultrasound testing to evaluate the remainder of the eye b...
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Treatments
In some mild cases, no treatment is required, and the blood is absorbed within a few days. Bed rest, eye patching, and ...
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Drugs
aminocaproic acid
atropine
cyclopentolate ophthalmic
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Complications
Recurring bleeding; Impaired vision through blood staining of the cornea; Glaucoma.
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Prevention
Many eye injuries can be prevented by wearing safety goggles or other protective eye wear. Always wear eye protection w...
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Call your health care provider if blood is noticed in the front of the eye or if traumatic eye injury occurs.
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